Brunet Hut - Louvie Hut

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This fifth stage crosses the Val de Bagnes. To the right of the Cabane Brunet, follow the path that descends directly to Fionnay. Be careful, this very steep path with countless tree roots can be slippery and dangerous in wet weather. Cross the road that leads to Fionnay. The path to the Louvie Hut is signposted in the centre of the village, on the right bank of the torrent. The trail is well marked all the way to the hut. Ibex often come close to the hut. A little further on, it is possible to see chamois.

This walk is part of a multi-day hike: Chamonix - Zermatt

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 5.46 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 5h 25 
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    Difficulty: Difficult
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    Back to start: No
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    Ascent: + 3,333 ft
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    Descent: - 2,930 ft
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    Highest point: 7,310 ft
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    Lowest point: 4,396 ft
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Description of the walk

The starting point for this stage is at the Brunet Hut

Markings: White-red-white markings

(S) From Cabane Brunet, heading north-east, follow the Brunet road for about 100 metres and you will find the start of a path in the bend. Turn right onto this path, which descends directly to the Fionney road. Begin the descent through the forest, taking care to avoid the numerous tree roots, which can be slippery in wet weather. You will come out onto the Fionney road.

(1) Turn right and follow the Planproz road along the Dranse de Bagnes.

(2) Leave the road and turn left onto the Planproz path to reach the Mauvoisin road.

(3) Turn left onto the Mauvoisin road. After two S-bends, follow the Carro basin and you will find the start of the Louvie trail on your left.

(4) Turn left and climb towards Adroit de Fionney.

(5) Turn left and follow the signs for Cabane de Louvie. Start the climb on a good path to reach the lake and then the Louvie hut, your accommodation for the night (E).

Waypoints

  1. S : mi 0 - alt. 6,903 ft - Brunet Hut
  2. 1 : mi 1.87 - alt. 4,406 ft - Bridge over the Dranse de Bagnes
  3. 2 : mi 2.23 - alt. 4,442 ft - On the left - Leave the Planproz road
  4. 3 : mi 2.75 - alt. 4,882 ft - Mauvoisin Road
  5. 4 : mi 3.16 - alt. 4,885 ft - Entrance to the village of Fionnay
  6. 5 : mi 3.36 - alt. 5,023 ft - Louvie trail
  7. E : mi 5.46 - alt. 7,310 ft - Louvie Hut

Notes

Worth a visit

  • Val de Bagnes
  • Fionnay
  • Lake Mauvoisin
  • Louvie Lake and Cabin
  • View of the Combin massif

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